Robert Tanaka, MS, Gerontology

Senior Health Columnist

Robert Tanaka specializes in gerontology and longevity research. With a Master's in Gerontology from USC, he has studied centenarian populations across Asia and the Blue Zones, bringing unique cross-cultural insights to healthy aging.

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Aging & Longevity

The Longevity Diet: Lessons from Blue Zones

Five regions around the world produce an extraordinary concentration of centenarians. Their dietary patterns share surprising commonalities that challenge modern nutritional assumptions.

Robert Tanaka·7 min read